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Hutchinson, McPherson Student-Athletes to Play in Boys Soccer All-Star Game

Wednesday, July 9

A pair of high school boys soccer athletes will participate in the 2025 Kansas vs. Oklahoma High School Soccer Boys All-Star Game on July 19 in Wichita: Lucas Witt from Hutchinson and Manny Morales from McPherson. Witt was an AVCTL Div. I 2nd Team All-League... Read More.

Former Cy Young Winner Keuchel Inks Minors Deal with Royals

Wednesday, July 9

KANSAS CITY, Mo. (MLB.com) - The Royals have signed former AL Cy Young winner Dallas Keuchel to a Minor League deal, the team announced Wednesday morning. Keuchel, 37, held a workout for the team last week and reached 92 mph on his fastball, according to a... Read More.

Nick Loftin Hits 2-Run Homer in 7th, Walk-Off Single in 9th as Royals Beat Pirates 4-3

Wednesday, July 9

KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) - Nick Loftin hit a go-ahead two-run homer in the seventh inning, then won it in the ninth with a one-out RBI single as the Kansas City Royals beat the Pittsburgh Pirates 4-3 on Tuesday night. Rookie Jac Caglianone homered for the... Read More.

Governor Kelly Extends Application Deadline to Fill District Magistrate Judge Position in the 18th Judicial District

Wednesday, July 9

TOPEKA, Kan. — Governor Laura Kelly on Tuesday extended the deadline for applications to fill the district magistrate judge position in the 18th Judicial District. The 18th Judicial District is composed of Sedgwick County. Governor Kelly received official notice of this vacancy from the... Read More.

Schmidt Supports Bipartisan Effort to Provide Financial Relief to Family Caregivers

Wednesday, July 9

WASHINGTON, DC — Congressman Derek Schmidt (KS-02) today announced he has cosponsored the Credit for Caring Act. The legislation would ensure family caregivers can financially continue to provide care services for their loved ones by establishing an annual tax credit of up to $5,000. Nearly... Read More.

Local 9-1-1 Dispatcher Earns National Award for Outstanding Professional Potential

Tuesday, July 8

IOLA, Kan. — Nicole Haney, a Dispatcher with the Allen County Communications, was recently awarded a scholarship for advanced training and education in recognition of their outstanding professional potential. NENA: The 9-1-1 Association awarded 43 Gold Line Scholarships to 9-1-1 professionals across the nation who... Read More.

Dispatcher with Allen County Communications Earns National Award for Outstanding Professional Potential

Tuesday, July 8

IOLA, Kan. — Nicole Haney, a Dispatcher with the Allen County Communications, was recently awarded a scholarship for advanced training and education in recognition of their outstanding professional potential. NENA: The 9-1-1 Association awarded 43 Gold Line Scholarships to 9-1-1 professionals across the nation who... Read More.

Former KU, KSU, & WSU Basketball Players to Participate in NBA Summer League

Tuesday, July 8

The NBA Summer League is beginning soon with matchups taking place in Utah, Las Vegas, and in California as recently drafted athletes and G-League players look to earn a spot onto an NBA roster for the 2025-26 season. Listed below are the athletes from KU,... Read More.

High School Baseball to Require Double First Base Starting 2027

Tuesday, July 8

INDIANAPOLIS (NFHS.org) - Beginning with the 2027 season, a double first base will be required in high school baseball games to minimize the risk of collisions by runners and fielders. This rule revision was one of 10 proposed by the NFHS Baseball Rules Committee during... Read More.

24th Annual Festival of Remembrance Scheduled for August 15 at a New Location, the 1861 Club

Tuesday, July 8

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — The 24th annual Festival of Remembrance, a yearly fundraising auction to benefit Hospice & Homecare of Reno County, has been scheduled for 6 PM, Friday, August 15th at the 1861 Club. This night of fun includes silent and live auctions, raffle drawings... Read More.

Lindsborg’s Family Health Care Clinic Opens New Nail Care Clinic

Tuesday, July 8

LINDSBORG, Kan. (July 7, 2025) — Lindsborg’s Family Health Care Clinic is proud to announce the opening of a new Nail Care Clinic dedicated to helping seniors, diabetics, and those with mobility and nail challenges manage nail and foot health. The Nail Care Clinic will... Read More.

Lindsborg City Council Adopts Resolution of Intent to Exceed Revenue Neutral Rate for 2026 Budget

Tuesday, July 8

LINDSBORG, Kan. — The Lindsborg City Council Monday adopted a resolution of intent to exceed the revenue neutral rate for the 2026 budget. As of now, the city is projecting a 55.874 mill rate, which would be just over two mill increase from the... Read More.